1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 330 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 750 | Alfasud |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |
